Company suspension in Poland – Full KRS support for foreign investors
Temporarily suspend your Polish company without closing it.
Running a business internationally often requires flexibility. Market conditions change, investment projects may be postponed, or business operations may need to pause while new opportunities are being evaluated.
If your Polish company is temporarily inactive, company suspension may be the most practical solution. Instead of maintaining full business activity and all related obligations, you can legally suspend your company while preserving its legal existence and the ability to restart operations in the future.
At Progress Holding, we specialize in supporting foreign entrepreneurs and international companies operating in Poland. For more than 22 years, we have helped foreign investors navigate Polish corporate, accounting, and tax regulations. Our multilingual team acts as your Local Finance Department in Poland, managing administrative and compliance matters so you can focus on your international business.
What is company suspension?
A company suspension is a legal procedure allowing a Polish company to temporarily cease its business activities without liquidating the company.
The company remains registered in the National Court Register (KRS), retains its legal identity, and can resume operations at any time by submitting the appropriate application.
Suspension is often chosen by companies that:
- are waiting for new investment,
- temporarily have no contracts or customers,
- are restructuring their operations,
- are preparing for expansion into new markets,
- are seasonal businesses,
- wish to reduce operating costs while keeping the company available for future projects,
- are subsidiaries of foreign groups that temporarily pause Polish operations.
Why foreign investors choose company suspension?
Many foreign entrepreneurs establish a Polish company before entering the market. Sometimes market conditions change, projects are delayed, or headquarters decide to postpone expansion.
Instead of liquidating the company—which is lengthy, expensive, and irreversible—company suspension allows you to:
- maintain your Polish legal entity,
- avoid the complexity of company liquidation,
- reduce many ongoing compliance obligations,
- reactivate your business quickly when new opportunities arise,
- preserve your company’s history, contracts, registrations, and reputation.
For international businesses, suspension is frequently the most efficient way to maintain a strategic presence in Poland.
Our company suspension service
Progress Holding provides a comprehensive service covering the entire suspension process.
We handle all formalities on your behalf, including:
- reviewing whether your company meets the legal requirements for suspension,
- verifying corporate documents,
- preparing all required KRS documentation,
- preparing shareholder or board resolutions when required,
- submitting electronic applications to the National Court Register,
- monitoring the registration process,
- communicating with the registry court if additional explanations are requested,
- confirming successful registration of the suspension,
- advising on accounting and tax obligations during the suspension period,
- assisting with future company reactivation.
Because we regularly work with international clients, the entire process can usually be handled remotely.
Our Step-by-Step Process
Step 1 – Initial Consultation
We discuss your company’s current situation and determine whether suspension is the most appropriate solution. During this stage we verify:
- company status,
- business activity,
- employee situation,
- planned suspension period,
- future business plans.
Step 2 – Legal and Accounting Review
Our specialists review your company’s compliance status and identify any actions that should be completed before suspension. This may include reviewing:
- accounting records,
- VAT obligations,
- tax filings,
- outstanding registrations,
- board representation.
Step 3 – Preparation of Corporate Documents
We prepare all documentation required for the suspension, including:
- board resolution,
- management board resolutions,
- KRS application forms,
- supporting declarations,
- confirmation that there is no employee in the company.
All documentation is prepared in accordance with Polish corporate regulations.
Step 4 – Electronic Filing with the National Court Register (KRS)
Progress Holding submits the suspension application electronically to the National Court Register (KRS).
We monitor the application until registration is completed and respond to any requests from the registry court if necessary.
Step 5 – Confirmation of Suspension
Once the registry court records the suspension, we provide confirmation together with practical guidance explaining:
- what the company may still do during suspension,
- ongoing reporting obligations,
- accounting responsibilities,
- tax considerations,
- bearing regular, contractual costs.
Step 6 – Ongoing support during suspension
Many accounting firms stop assisting clients after registration.
Progress Holding continues supporting foreign investors throughout the suspension period by providing assistance with:
- annual financial statements,
- statutory reporting,
- communication with Polish authorities,
- tax office correspondence,
- KRS updates,
- accounting questions,
- company reactivation when required.
The company is automatically reactivated after the elapse of suspension period.
Can the Company Be Reactivated?
Yes. One of the biggest advantages of company suspension is that the business can be resumed whenever you decide to restart operations.
We prepare and submit all required documentation to reactivate the company, allowing you to continue business without establishing a new legal entity.
Why Choose Progress Holding?
Foreign investors choose Progress Holding because we understand the practical challenges of doing business in Poland. We offer:
- Over 22 years of experience
- More than 500 companies served
- Clients from over 20 countries
- Services in 5 languages
- Complete support for foreign-owned companies
- Remote handling of corporate procedures
- English-speaking accounting and corporate specialists
- Ongoing communication with Polish authorities on your behalf
- One dedicated point of contact for your Polish business
Our goal is simple: You focus on your international business—we take care of your Polish company.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does company suspension take?
The timing depends on the processing time of the National Court Register (KRS), but Progress Holding prepares and submits the application promptly after receiving the required documents. - Can a foreign shareholder suspend a Polish company remotely?
Yes. In most cases, foreign owners can complete the process remotely by granting a power of attorney, allowing Progress Holding to manage the formalities. - Does the company still exist during suspension?
Yes. The company remains registered in the National Court Register (KRS) and can resume operations at a later date. - Can Progress Holding also reactivate my company?
Absolutely. We manage both the suspension and the subsequent reactivation process, ensuring continuity and compliance.
Suspend your polish company with confidence
Whether your company is temporarily inactive, awaiting new investment, or pausing operations before entering the next stage of growth, Progress Holding provides professional support throughout the entire suspension process.
Contact our multilingual team today to discuss your situation and let us handle all KRS formalities while you focus on your international business.